Fresher GBV Case Worker Non-profit Jobs – Danish Refugee Council (DRC)
Job Title: GBV Case Worker
Organisation: Danish Refugee Council (DRC)
Duty Station: Uganda
Reports to: GBV Assistant
About US:
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a private, independent,
humanitarian organization working on all aspects of the refugee cause in more
than 36 countries throughout the world. The aim of DRC is to protect refugees
and internally displaced persons (IDPs) against persecution and to promote
durable solutions to the problems of forced migration, on the basis of
humanitarian principles and human rights. DRC works in accordance with the UN
Conventions on Refugees and the Code of Conduct for the ICRC and NGOs in
Disaster Relief.
humanitarian organization working on all aspects of the refugee cause in more
than 36 countries throughout the world. The aim of DRC is to protect refugees
and internally displaced persons (IDPs) against persecution and to promote
durable solutions to the problems of forced migration, on the basis of
humanitarian principles and human rights. DRC works in accordance with the UN
Conventions on Refugees and the Code of Conduct for the ICRC and NGOs in
Disaster Relief.
Job Summary: The GBV Case
Worker will provide day to day management of prevention activities and other
related activities in Rhino camp under the supervision of the GBV officer. You
will undertake all SGBV prevention and response related activities that may
include among others; training, awareness raising, forums with opinion leaders
and Focus group discussions etc. you work and liaise closely with GBV Officer,
Lead case workers on documentation of program activities as per the donor
requirements.
Worker will provide day to day management of prevention activities and other
related activities in Rhino camp under the supervision of the GBV officer. You
will undertake all SGBV prevention and response related activities that may
include among others; training, awareness raising, forums with opinion leaders
and Focus group discussions etc. you work and liaise closely with GBV Officer,
Lead case workers on documentation of program activities as per the donor
requirements.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Ensure 100% of SGBV cases reported access
Safety and security on case by case basis during the project period. - Throughout the project period ensure that
SGBV survivors are provided temporary shelter when further threats and
risks are eminent - Provide basic psycho social counseling to
survivors on a case by case basis throughout the project period - Deliver food and material assistance to
SGBV survivors on a case by case basis throughout the project period - Facilitate and document medical referrals
and follow up, including provision of transport and accommodation where
necessary during the project period - Ensure linking of survivors for IGAs to
Livelihood sector to reduce their vulnerability.Ensure 100% full
Participation of community in SGBV prevention and response is enabled and
sustained through the project period. - Conduct SGBV awareness raising and
meetings on bi-monthly basis in all 06 zones. - Hold Bi-monthly meetings with SGBV
Taskforce, watch groups, youth pyramid and Community Activists to assess
progress and feedback on SGBV prevention and response. - Support bi-monthly meetings with Community
Activists (CAs) in the course of the project lifespan. - Establish, train and support community
peer educators - Establish, train and support Male Action
Groups (MAGs) - Establish and support safe spaces for
women and adolescent girls and boys within the settlements where they can
share experiences, build support networks and relationships, strengthen
their confidence and build their skills in income generating activities to
empower them to have access and control of resources and reduce their
vulnerability to GBV. - Train SASA! Community Activists (CAs) in
Rhino camp in the course of the project. - Ensure that advocacy is conducted for full
participation of community in SGBV prevention and response during the
project period. - Facilitate community structures to
participate in SGBV advocacy activities both locally and at district level. - Actively engage in the commemoration of 16
days of activism and other international days on GBV as stipulated.
Communication/Reporting
- Proactively contribute to quality and
timely drafting of weekly, monthly reports - Share daily updates on GBV incidents and
risks in his/her area if assignment to the child protection assistant.
Planning: Proactively contribute to activity, spending and
movement planning
movement planning
Finance:
- Assure that funds allocated to activities
are used adequately - Assure that funds are used in accordance
with all DRC / DDG finance procedures.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The ideal candidate for the Danish Refugee
Council (DRC) GBV Case Worker job placement should hold a University
degree in social sciences, guidance and counselling or relevant fields. - A minimum of two years’ experience working
with vulnerable communities, basic needs and protection programming
experience, and/or advocacy programs. - Professional training in Gender based
violence. - Experience in protection interventions in
line with Refugees operation with wide Knowledge in SASA methodology. - Experience of working with UN or Non‐Governmental organizations.
- Proficiency in English (written and
spoken) is essential. - Good communication skills and ability to
conduct training and awareness - Computer skills.
- Good self-organization and basic
management skills. - Knowledge of the local languages spoken by
South Sudanese and Congolese refugee is an asset. - Familiarity with Monitoring &
Evaluation for UN-funded projects desired.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their
applications including;
applications including;
- A cover letter (1
page) in which you explain why you are interested in the position and how
you meet the qualities and qualifications criteria - Concise and accurate
CV (maximum 3 pages). The CV should include information about your
qualification, relevant training courses, Work experience, name and
contact details of 3 relevant references.
All applications should be sent to administrator@drcuganda.org clearly
indicating position name in the subject line.
indicating position name in the subject line.
Deadline: 19th March 2018
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